Working in the mobility sector in Amsterdam

Calling all mobility talent

Starting in the 1960s, the city transformed itself into the cycling capital we know today. Since then, Amsterdam’s pioneered EV charging networks, self-steering cargo boats and urban logistics hubs. Today, Amsterdam is a living lab where innovative technology and businesses are supported by progressive urban planning. It’s an ideal base for people looking to build a career in the sector.

Mobility companies and employers in Amsterdam

Amsterdam’s welcoming business climate, entrepreneurial spirit and great work-life balance make it a natural home to established companies, innovative startups and scale-ups and international talent alike. And the city’s business ecosystem in the sector is thriving. Some of the most important players include:

EVBox – Founded in 2010, EVBox offers all-in-one electric vehicle charging solutions and partners with energy utility company Nuon and installation partner Heijmans.

Fastned – This Amsterdam-based company was founded in 2012 and focuses on fast-charging EV infrastructure.

Felyx – Felyx offers shared electric mopeds across various Dutch cities. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Amsterdam.

Greenflux – This Amsterdam-based company provides a cloud-based platform for managing EV charging stations, playing a key part in making sure that the correct infrastructure and technology is in place so that the transition is seamless for everybody.

Roboat – Developing automated software for self-steering boats, Roboat aims to unlock the full potential of inland waterways to address the increasing demand on public transport and logistics infrastructure expansion. It started as a project by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the Amsterdam Institute for Advanced Metropolitan Solutions (AMS Institute) and has now taken the step to become a startup.

Swapfiets – The world’s first ‘bicycle as a service’ company was founded in 2014. The scale-up quickly became one of the leading micro-mobility providers in Europe.

TomTom – This global navigation and location technology company is headquartered in Amsterdam. It provides mapping solutions to mobility providers including Uber.

Career opportunities

Amsterdam’s mobility sector presents plenty of career opportunities for international talent, driven by the city’s position as a mobility innovation hub. Employment trends show a shift towards digitalisation and sustainability. There is increasing demand for tech professionals, making it particularly attractive for those looking to work at the intersection of technology and sustainable transport.

In-demand skills in the mobility sector

Amsterdam’s mobility industry spans diverse roles across established companies, startups and research institutes. Key areas of opportunity include:

• Technology and innovation – software developers, data scientists and AI specialists are highly sought after. In the mobility sector, AI applications are mostly used for user-centric mobility services, traffic and logistics forecasts and vehicle tracking on transport networks.
• Sustainability and infrastructure – environmental engineers and sustainability consultants are in growing demand.
• Business development and operations – roles in shared mobility, logistics, fleet management and charging infrastructure continue to expand as the sector scales internationally.

Finding new opportunities in the sector

The mobility sector’s rapid growth, combined with Amsterdam's international business environment and supportive startup ecosystem, creates a dynamic job market. International professionals can access mobility career opportunities through several platforms:

• I amsterdam Job Search: Search for job vacancies for non-Dutch speakers in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area’s mobility sector
• IamExpat: Find mobility jobs for internationals in Amsterdam through recruiters and international companies
• Welcome to NL: This job board lists jobs for internationals in the Netherlands
• LinkedIn: Search for mobility jobs in Amsterdam on one of the main platforms – new positions are being added daily

Research, education and universities

Amsterdam is a centre of knowledge for smart mobility advancements, and Amsterdam’s universities and research institutes are at the cutting edge of the mobility transition.

The AMS Institute leads numerous exciting projects tackling urban mobility challenges.

From its Innovation Hub West in Amsterdam, EIT Urban Mobility is supporting the shift to cleaner, more efficient transport across the Benelux, Ireland and the UK. The City of Amsterdam and EIT Mobility have partnered to develop smart mobility hubs, integrating several transport modes to make sustainable travel more accessible. 

At the University of Amsterdam, Urban Mobility Futures – embedded in the Amsterdam Institute for Social Science Research – takes a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the effects of mobility innovations, with the goal to accelerate the transition to more sustainable mobility.

The Vrije Universiteit’s SMALL project focuses on co-creating new mobility solutions with people with reduced mobility, such as families and children, senior citizens and people with specific mobility needs, who are not often taken into consideration in the design of sustainable shared travel solutions.

Launched in early 2024, MetaCCAZE is the largest European mobility project focused on enhancing user-centric, electric and automated mobility in cities. With 44 partners across the EU, the initiative is driving the development of smarter, cleaner and more efficient transport solutions.

Key facts & highlights

Amsterdam is #1 in EV charging points in Europe

According to the EV Markets Report (May 2024), Amsterdam is home to the most EV charging points in Europe, with 12,197 and counting. This network is crucial for supporting the city’s push toward electrification and ensuring the success of emissions-free transport.

A true cycling city

32% of all city traffic is by bike, with 63% of residents cycling daily. The city has more bicycles than residents and maintains an extensive network of over 500 km of dedicated bike paths.

More facts and highlights

Be at the centre of innovation

Amsterdam’s thriving mobility ecosystem offers an exciting place to work, and the technological advances, new products and solutions that are being created in the city can often be found in action on the roads shortly afterwards. The city’s inventive spirit is an ideal match for those that want to make their mark in an industry that – quite literally – doesn’t stand still. And Amsterdam’s famous work-life balance, vibrant cultural scene and high quality of life attract the best talent from around the globe.